How to end an email
Ending an email is typically done with a closing remark or a closing phrase followed by your name or your name and contact information. The choice of closing depends on the context and tone of your email. Here are some commonly used and appropriate ways to end an email:
- Sincerely: This is a formal and widely used closing for professional emails.
Example:
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
- Best regards: This is a polite and professional closing that works well in most situations.
Example:
Best regards,
[Your Name]
- Kind regards: Similar to "best regards," this closing is polite and works well in professional emails.
Example:
Kind regards,
[Your Name]
- Thank you: If you are expressing gratitude in your email, you can use this closing.
Example:
Thank you,
[Your Name]
- Yours faithfully: This formal closing is typically used when you don't know the recipient's name.
Example:
Yours faithfully,
[Your Name]
- Yours sincerely: This closing is more formal and is commonly used in business correspondence.
Example:
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
- Best wishes: This closing is more personal and can be used in informal or friendly emails.
Example:
Best wishes,
[Your Name]
- Warm regards: This closing is friendly and works well in emails where you have an existing relationship with the recipient.
Example:
Warm regards,
[Your Name]
Remember to include your name and any relevant contact information (e.g., phone number or email address) below the closing, especially if it's not already included in your email signature.
Note that the appropriate closing can vary depending on the nature of your relationship with the recipient and the purpose of your email. It's always a good idea to consider the context and choose a closing that aligns with the tone you want to convey.